Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Arlington

"Learning about patterns, shapes and structures in the Kaleidoscope Gallery on the children’s garden. Photo courtesy of the Dallas Arboretum. This 66-acre wonder has more than 20 distinct gardens."

"Situated at the heart of Dallas, USA, is this piece of urban green, Klyde Warren Park. It is constructed above Woodall Rodgers Freeway and is a unique example of modern architecture. It is a public park with free entry that hosts many fitness and leisure activities, has signature food trucks, and is a heaven for dog lovers."

"Vice Park is supposed to look like a Miami mansion, says Taylor, and its name evokes feelings of excess: “where all your vices can happen,” as Valverde explains. It’s the second bar, in the span of a few blocks, from the So Clutch Group. The 22,000-square-foot palace will have a glass staircase leading up to a rooftop bar."

"With year-round family-friendly programs and attractions, this 5.2-acre park has a lot of the top free things to do in Dallas with kids."

"Those in the mood for a serious hike or bike ride would be wise to check out this nature center located just 20 minutes from downtown Dallas. Take in the native trees and wildflowers are you enjoy the nine miles of walking trails in a range of difficulty levels. There are butterfly gardens, areas for picnicking, and fishing is even allowed on a catch-and-release basis."

"Cedar Ridge Preserve is a place that is dedicated to the land and wildlife. It’s maintained by the Dallas Audubon and is free to the public. There is a lot of hiking going on here, and many people come and let their dogs get in on the challenge with their trails."

"You've heard the saying, "One man's trash is another man's treasure." Well, before this 120-acre nature preserve and environmental education center opened in 2008, the area was home to the largest illegal dumping site in the state. Nowadays, the center (located ten miles south of downtown) serves as a gateway to the 6,000-acre Great Trinity Forest, the largest urban bottomland hardwood forest in North America. The area is home to a variety of wildlife and over sixty species of birds which can be viewed along five miles of hiking trails that meander through forests, Blackland prairies and thriving wetlands."

"Trinity Audubon Nature Center lit up at night|© Jeremy Woodhouse / Courtesy of Trinity River Audubon Center. Opened in 2008 along the banks of the Trinity River, this center is at the entry of the 6,000-acre Great Trinity Forest. The Trinity River Audubon Center offers each of its visitors a chance to discover miles of trails that feature local birds, vegetation, and wildlife and features public programs like guided hikes, bird watching classes, and the chance to learn more about the four breeds of owls that are native to Dallas."

"Just ten miles south of Dallas is the Trinity River Audubon Center, a completely free thing to do in Dallas for nature lovers. The 6,000 acres of the forest is the largest urban hardwood forest in all of the US, and within it you’ll find loads of plants and animals (and even different habitats). Part of the center is actually an old dump site, which has now been reclaimed and is home to birds and other wildlife."

"Why You’ve Got to Go: Another spot the nature lovers will enjoy, the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge gives you a glimpse of the flora and fauna of 20th-century Fort Worth, with its natural wetlands, forests and prairies. What to Do: The center offers a range of scenic trails that visitors can hike through. The park also hosts activities such as the Buffalo Boogie Run, Trails and Treats, and School Break Hayrides, to name a few."

"The Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge boasts more than 20 miles of hiking trails. Just a half-hour from downtown Fort Worth, the nature center features wetlands and forest that make trail runners feel further out of town than they really are. Free-roaming wildlife including prairie dogs and bison, and educational programs throughout the year, mean even the youngest guests will love a day at the refuge."

"Another great place to hike in North Texas is the Fort Worth Nature and Refuge Center. The park is over 3,000 acres with 20 miles of trails. The trails themselves cut though forests, prairies and wetlands."

"The hilly terrain of Dogwood Canyon gives you some perfect chances for overlooks that really showcase everything the area has to offer. There are nearly four square miles of trails to hike, but if you want to learn more about the things you see there, you can attend lectures by local naturalists at the new, 6,000-square-foot visitors' center. Since opening in 2011, the Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center has featured an assortment of academic programs and conservation workshops for visitors."

"Another great place for an uphill hike, the Dogwood Canyon Audubon also has a fun natural play space for kids and an interesting visitors center. Both are still closed due to COVID, but be sure to set aside time to explore when they open back up. They also usually have kayak tours, summer camps, guided tours and Birds of Prey encounters!"

"Located north of the Love Field Airport in northwest Dallas, Bachman Lake Park is a 205.5-acre metropolitan park. It is a large green space and a treat for those who love nature and adventure sports. The park is the place to be when it comes to hiking or biking since it has a trail, getting a great view of the lake, or going boating; there is a boat ramp as well as a boathouse on the land."

"12 km from city center 21 out of 244 places to visit in Dallas. Located north of the Love Field Airport in northwest Dallas, Bachman Lake Park is a 205.5-acre metropolitan park. It is a large green space and a treat for those who love nature and adventure sports."

"Another open space surprisingly close to Downtown Dallas is this state park protecting a tract of old farmland, on rocky limestone slopes, parcels of prairie and the east shore of the 7,500-acre Joe Pool Lake. You can get acquainted with this land’s past at the Penn Farm Agricultural History Center, touring reconstructed and original farm buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries. The Dallas Off-Road Bike Association (DORBA) has drawn up a 12-mile trail through the park, made up of three concentric routes ranging from 3 to 12 miles long."

"Located right on Joe Pool Lake, Cedar Hill State Park offers a wide variety of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to boating, swimming and fishing. The park has miles of trail options for everyone, including the Dorba Trail for mountain biking, designed with the help of the Dallas Off Road Bicycle Association. If you’re looking to stay on your feet for a nice, easy hike, then the Duck Pond Trail is perfect for you."

"A former farm, Cedar Hill State Park provides activities on land and in the water. It’s one of the top points of interest for fun for visitors of all ages. Should you feel like roughing it, there are campsites available at Cedar Hill State Park."

"Aside from being a hub for small businesses in a big city (which I think is pretty awesome), The Foundry District is a haven for awesome art!. When you visit this community, be sure to take a stroll down Inspiration Alley, and don’t forget to look up, down, and all around for colorful murals that cover the walls and creativity that impacts the entire area."

"You can find this large Dream on Dreamer mural on the sidewall of the Art Room Gallery at 5702 Locke Street which is co-owned by the artist, Katie Murray. The massive mural makes use of color-blocking in the background with shares of yellow, orange, and red. The foreground is the face of a young woman donning a hat that reads “Dream on Dreamer."

"The Sid Richardson Museum is situated on Sundance Square – which you’ll read about further on this list – and consists of numerous works of art compiled by the titular Sid Richardson himself from the years 1942 to 1959. It was opened in 1982 with the goal of educating and inspiring audiences from all walks of life. Over 40,000 people visit the Sid Richardson Museum yearly."

"While browsing Sundance Square, hit up this free museum that is full of art from the American West. Sid Richardson Museum has both a permanent art collection and special exhibits that all feature Western artists and art like paintings and sculptures."

"This Fort Worth Museum features paintings by Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and others. The Museum is one of historic Sundance Square’s top attractions."

"It’s non-representational, hard-edged 20th century art bursting out of the frame. And kids understand this medium better than adults, especially the Minecraft kids who build kingdoms of blocks. Explore the geometric works of art with your kids."

"It’s non-representational, hard-edged art bursting out of the frame. And kids understand this medium better than adults, like Mind Craft loving kids who build kingdoms of blocks. Located at 3109 Carlisle Street, north ofDowntown Dallas."

"Established in 2002, the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art is the only museum in North America dedicated to abstract art and the Madi movement."

"An indoor mall featuring over 180 stores of entertainment, shopping, and dining options, Grapevine Mills is a perfect place where you can find fun for everyone. Some of the shops featured here are Ann Taylor Factory Store, Disney Outlet, J Crew, Forever 21, Neiman Marcus Last Call, and so many more. There are also dine-in theatres, cafes, Sea Life Aquarium, and LEGOLAND."

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